Lent Begins on Wednesday, February 26
Our Ash Wednesday Schedule
- 7:30 am ~ Mass (Ashes distributed during Mass.)
- 10:00 am ~ NCA’s school Mass (Ashes distributed during Mass.)
- 6:00-6:45 pm ~ Ashes distributed.
- 7:00 pm ~ Mass (Ashes distributed during Mass.)
Mass Locations on St. Gertrude Campus
St. Gertrude's East Mass (Sundays at 9:30 am)
In the intimate setting of the foyer of Sacred Heart School’s gymnasium, Sunday Mass is celebrated at 9:30 am in the Campbell Building, 6230 N. Sheridan Rd. The choir provides a wonderful mix of familiar hymns and classical church music to enhance the prayerful participation of all. Some people come early to chat, and on the fourth Sunday of the month, remain for coffee.
St. Gertrude Gym Mass (Sundays at 10:30 am)
Music, liturgical dance, and drama engage participants in the celebration of our faith. Short parishioner reflections after the homily allow people to share their own experiences of faith and living out the Gospel. Fellowship, coffee, and refreshments follow the Mass.
Mass is celebrated on Sundays at 10:30 am in the Gym from September through June 16. Once a month, all 10:30 am Masses will take place in Church. All are welcome!
Dates there will not be a Gym Mass are:
- Sunday, March 15
- Sunday, April 5 (Palm Sunday)
- Sunday, May 31
Family Masses
All are Welcome!
Family Masses are celebrated monthly at the 10:30 am Mass in Church. These Masses are geared towards families with primary and middle school-age children.
Each month, one grade of children in St. Gertrude’s Religious Ed programs and NCA host a Mass. Children from these grades serve as greeters at the entrances of Church, welcoming parishioners and visitors as they arrive for Mass, and also bring up the gifts of bread and wine with their families. Hospitality follows, except during Lent.
- Sunday, March 1 (hosted by 3rd grade)
- Sunday, April 26 (hosted by 4th grade)
- Sunday, May 10 (May crowning)